A beluga whale swims behind a boat through the Churchill River on Aug. 5 near Churchill, Manitoba. ... Photos: Humpback whales draw thousands of visitors to Colombia's Pacific coast.

This photo provided by OneWhale.org on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, shows manager Regina Haug next to the carcass of the beluga whale Hvaldimir, who was found dead on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

The pure white whale, which had been named Hvaldimir, captured hearts with his friendly, tame manner, often drawing crowds when he was spotted, which led to several injuries and issues. He was ...

As Churchill, Manitoba, plans for a future without polar bears, the town is hoping belugas will come to the rescue.

The whale is related to the tusked “unicorn” whale known as the narwhal. The beluga is not related to the sturgeon of the same name, which has been heavily fished for its famous caviar. 1:25 ...

You know, draw in people," Young said. "But I had no idea that they would sell so quickly." It seems it's only a matter of time for the beluga whale to find its forever home.

Playful, large white beluga whales bring joy and healing to Hudson Bay. Their happy chirps leap out in an environment and economy threatened by the warming water melting sea ice, starving polar ...

As Churchill, Manitoba, plans for a future without polar bears, the town is hoping belugas will come to the rescue.